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It’s January and there’s a good chance you are thinking about taking better care of yourself this year. Many Americans make New Year’s resolutions, most of which are health-related. Whether you’re setting goals for weight, exercise, sleep, stress reduction, or another wellness metric, Dr. Karyn Staples offers some tips and a video series of mobility exercises that can...
Fayette County has had a proud tradition of excellence in the sport of soccer. The official records do not lie, and we can claim a significant number of state championships and national recognition.
We have had many phenomenal players who went on to play at both the collegiate and professional levels. I would like to see our one ultra-elite player...
Welcome to the start of a new year. It’s a chance to hit the reset button and start the year off with new goals and objectives. There are plenty of articles out there about setting general goals and resolutions, so we won’t cover that here. What I do want to focus on is one specific goal that I have...
NEWS ANALYSIS by NEIL SULLIVAN
In a recent guest editorial to the AJC “Get Schooled” Blog, Georgia Budget and Policy Institute (GPBI) Director Stephen J. Owens advocates for “equitable funding” in education.
He cites an example where “Clayton County schools received $1,245 less per student in state and local funding than neighboring Fayette County, due to the uniquely American policy of...
NEWS ANALYSIS by CATHY VAUGHT
I was present at the Fayetteville Planning and Zoning Commission meeting on December 19, 2023, to which Steve Brown referred in his December 26, 2023, column, “Will Fayetteville Council listen to their Planning Commission and their citizens?”
In his reference to the meeting, Steve mentioned the numerous citizens who showed up at the meeting to voice...
Peachtree City police officers thwarted an attempted car theft and took the teenager allegedly responsible for it into custody.
According to reports, officers responded the evening of Dec. 22 to a suspicious person call. The suspect was seen attempting to steal a vehicle and struggling with the victim. Officers arrived on scene and took him into custody.
Daniel Jackson, 17, of...
A new year has arrived and a half-ragged one lies behind, reduced now to memories.
It seemed, at times, I couldn’t enjoy the wonderful things popping around because of such bone-deep sorrow brought on by the home-going of loved ones.
It was death that had brought Sue Holliman and I together, bonding us into a steadfast friendship for the last 30...
This is that odd week in the year that is not quite like any other. Because of the way the holidays fall, it is possible, depending on who your employer is, to take four days’ vacation and have ten days in a row off to do what you wish. It is the end of the year with a fresh,...
Never say never. It’s one of those phrases that our parents said to us kids during those seven magical years we spent growing up on that old familiar street not so far away called Flamingo. At least once a week, they said, “As soon as you say you’re not going to do something, eventually you will.” I thought I’d...
Linda Keyser, loving wife, devoted mother, passed away on December 24, 2023, at the age of 80.
Born on August 30, 1943, in Spring Mount, PA, Linda touched the lives of many through her deeply caring nature, selflessness, and unwavering love for her family.
Beyond her role as a homemaker, Linda found joy and fulfillment in volunteer work and various hobbies....
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Yamaha has been recognized for its role in helping students gain educational opportunities on Georgia’s waterways, receiving this year’s River Guardian Award from Chattahoochee Riverkeeper. Recipients of this award are recognized for their efforts in promoting sustainable practices, educating the public about water conservation, advocating for clean water policies, or taking proactive measures to preserve the health of...
Last Tuesday, a meeting room full of very concerned Fayetteville citizens joined forces with the Fayetteville Planning and Zoning Commission to condemn yet another mega-multi-family scheme thrust upon them by willing members of the Fayetteville City Council.
Thanks to the public alarm sounding in The Citizen, a fed-up throng besieged the castle at City Hall and demanded that the madness...
UPDATE: According to Fitness 54's Facebook page, the gym reopened on New Years day, less than two weeks after the pre-Christmas fire.
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A fire Saturday, December 23, in the men’s sauna damaged the well-known gymnasium and fitness center on Ga. Highway 54 just east of Peachtree City.
The fire caused some interior damage. which closed the gym to the public. The...
A motorist who decided to spit on a Peachtree City police officer got a free ride to Fayette County Jail.
Police stopped a Chevrolet Cobalt on the morning of Dec. 20 on City Circle for multiple traffic violations. Probable cause was established to search the car and the driver got out but refused to cooperate with officers, so she was...
Happy Holidays and hello, winter. It’s Christmas for some, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and Winter Solstice for others. No matter what you celebrate, it’s customary to gather together with our families as we wind down the year. This time of year is not only a time of celebration, but for me personally, it’s usually a time of reflection and planning. For...
Rae Duncan is the featured artist exhibiting her luxuriant and visually unique paper flower art at the Peachtree City Library Art Initiative from January to February 2024.
Duncan enjoys the artistic experience of creating something beautiful from nothing more than a few pieces of paper and her imagination. "Nature usually directs my path, and I constantly draw upon it for...
Natalie Grant, the contemporary Christian artist, was interviewed on this year’s special “Christmas with Will Graham.” She learned early in life that Christmas is about giving. Grant was raised in Seattle, and every other year, her family piled into a motor home and travelled from Washington to San Diego to visit grandparents.
The family had their little Christmas tree in...
Piedmont Fayette Hospital has earned accreditation from Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) as a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery. The accreditation recognizes Piedmont Fayette’s dedication to delivering high-quality, compassionate patient care with an emphasis on safety.
“We received two designations for multi-specialty robotics that covers general robotic assisted surgeries and soon to be orthopedic robotic assisted surgeries,” said Steve Porter,...
When I was child and even through my teenage years, Christmas night and the following day were the saddest time of the year. The anticipation of presents, church pageants and holiday cheer were swooped away in such a short time.
“Christmas decorations look so ragged the day after Christmas,” Mama commented wisely one time.
Once when I was about 12, I...
Atlanta, GA — Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Gerresheimer, a manufacturer for the pharma and life science industry, will invest more than $88 million in expanding its manufacturing operations in Peachtree City, creating over 200 new jobs for Fayette County.
“This project is a prime example of the exciting growth of the life sciences industry in our state,...
For many, the holidays are a time to let lose…on everything. For multiple months. And while there’s nothing wrong the occasional break away from routine, setting ourselves up for prolonged periods of time without consistent care for our overall wellbeing can turn a refreshing vacation into a groggy nightmare. So, here are some ways you can enjoy the holidays...
Tyrone police are investigating two separate incidents in which dead bodies were found in public places this week.
The city’s police department issued a statement regarding a Dec. 19 incident during which officers responded to the 500 block of McDade Street shortly before 9 p.m. in reference to a welfare check.
At that location, a woman told officers that the father...
Piedmont interventional cardiologist Tesfaye Telila, M.D., is on a mission to resolve what can be deemed a cardiac crisis in his homeland of Ethiopia. As the population in that country adopted a more western lifestyle, the incidence of heart disease has risen drastically. Knowing this “epidemiologic shift” and the increase in premature deaths due to heart attacks and strokes,...
We only have so much energy. We understand this concept when driving a vehicle, and we even have devices that remind us of how much energy we have remaining.
My car lets me know how much gas is left in the tank. My wife’s car goes one better: it lets her know how many miles she can drive before her...
With only a few days left before the big guy bounds down the chimney, it’s time to finish our Flamingo Street Christmas Countdown. As you remember from last week’s column, Dear Reader, we had started our countdown at number eight, and worked our way down. This week, we will go through the last four on our list.
Four might be...
Whitewater Middle math classes conducted a project aimed at comprehending local poverty through data analysis, putting their results into action with a Toys for Tots drive.
The 8th grade math classes studied poverty in Fayette County since 2013. Through graphing and analyzing trends, students not only refined their math skills but also developed a heightened awareness of the community's challenges.
As...
People were not created to sit all day.
In generations past, being active was a requirement of everyday life for most people to survive, as typical activities ranging from farming to routine housework all were tied to plenty of physical labor. In today’s world dominated by technology, more and more people are able to lead mostly sedentary lives on and...
Jay Maxwell, Newnan, was selected as the 2023 Marine of the Year by the Sergeant Clyde Thomason Medal of Honor Detachment #1325 serving Fayette and Coweta counties. Maxwell has served in a number of leadership positions in the local detachment and in the state of Georgia.
He most recently served two terms as the Commandant of #1325 and now serves...
The Cathedral of Christ the King, Sharpsburg, hosted Waffle House's "Santa's Sleigh" night on December 11th. The evening is an annual event that Waffle House puts on for the children and grandchildren of Waffle House employees, where they sit with Santa and receive gifts.
The event was coordinated with Waffle House District Manager Brian Williams, and organized by Waffle House...
Happy Fit Year – Tuesday, January 2 – 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Fayette Senior Services (FSS) – Peachtree City location at The Gathering Place, 203 McIntosh Trail: Get in the right mindset for a new year of reinventing you! Join fitness specialist Laura Milner as she helps us gain the motivation to prepare ourselves for a successful health...
Celebrate National Soup Month @ the Library
January 2nd-January 31st, 2024 —Peachtree City Library
Join the Peachtree City Library as we celebrate National Soup Month all month long. Share your favorite recipe with us. Get a free cookbook. Only while supplies last. No registration required.
Weekly Beginning Spanish
Thursdays, January 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th, 2024, 2:00pm —Theater Room
Join Peachtree City Library staff...
Fayette County, GA – Dunkin Donuts presented a $1,000 check to the Fayette County Animal Shelter during the grand opening of their 1211 Hwy 74 South, Peachtree City location on December 15. Reginald Jordan, Fayette County Animal Control’s Assistant Director received the donation on behalf of the shelter.
“On behalf of the animal shelter we are extremely grateful for the...
The Stars have been shining even brighter heading into their holiday break. The students of Braelinn Elementary have shown tremendous generosity and compassion through a food drive for the Real Life Center.
Embodying the school's leadership pledge to serve others, the students went above and beyond to make a positive impact in their community. They collected over 4,000 food items,...
The end of the semester represents the start of a new journey for a select group of students. On December 13, Fayette LIFE Academy hosted commencement ceremonies, filling an auditorium with friends, family, and supporters to cheer on the newest graduates.
Student speakers Ansleigh Garmon-Flegel, DeAndre Jacobs, and Andie McDermott shared their different life paths and how the programs of Fayette...
